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The Faculty of IT Participates in the Vietnam E-commerce Panorama Forum 2025
On April 22, 2025, lecturers and students from the Faculty of Information Technology (IT) of various universities attended the Vietnam E-commerce Panorama Forum (VOBF) 2025, an annual event organized by the Vietnam E-commerce Association (VECOM). With the theme "Winning in the AI Era," the forum was held at the Beethoven Auditorium, Hong Bang International University, attracting over 1,500 individuals and businesses from the domestic and international e-commerce sectors.
VOBF 2025 focused on the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in shaping the future of e-commerce, especially cross-border e-commerce and digital exports. The Faculty of IT lecturers participated in in-depth discussion sessions, including "Growth Methods for Businesses in the New Era" and "Effective AI Application for Sustainable E-commerce Growth." These sessions provided practical solutions, from applying AI in supply chains and omnichannel marketing to personalizing customer experiences.
A highlight of the event was a presentation on AI trends affecting e-commerce in Vietnam and globally by Chief Engineer Phan Thanh Ha from Google Cloud Vietnam, along with a report from NielsenIQ on consumer behavior and trends in 2025. Lecturers gained access to AI tools from companies like Google Cloud, TikTok, and Amazon, while also learning from growth playbooks for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
Panel discussion session 1: Growth methods for businesses in the new era
The forum also announced the Vietnam E-commerce Index (EBI) Report 2025, providing important data as a foundation for business strategies. The participation of the Faculty of IT lecturers at VOBF 2025 affirms the role of academia in connecting with practice, contributing to the development of Vietnam's e-commerce in the AI era.
Panel discussion session 2: Effective AI application for sustainable e-commerce growth
The event served as a hub for connecting technology and strategy and a launching pad for Vietnamese businesses and individuals to reach the global market. With the knowledge gained, the Faculty of IT lecturers are committed to continuing to support students and the community on the journey of digital transformation and endless innovation.
